Hungary dental tourism industry generates HUF 65 bln-70 bln in 2011

About 70,000 foreigners, mostly from the UK, Germany, Italy and France, came to Hungary to undergo dental procedures last year spending €4,500 each on average, according to data from the Medical Tourism Office (OTI).

Between one-fourth and one-third of Hungary's 1,200-1,400 dental practices cater to foreigners.

OTI's research shows foreigners come to Hungary for dental treatment only if they can save at least €2,500 on the cost of undergoing the procedures at home.

About 90% of foreigners seeking dental treatment in Hungary come for tooth replacement.

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